Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
hirsutum
ID:
395562

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.J.P.Winkl.) Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Contr. Arnold Arbor. 8: 50 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394894

Common Names

  • Poikilospermum hirsutum
  • Hairy Poikilospermum
  • Hairy False Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Conocephalus hirsutus H.J.P.Winkl. [unknown]

Description

Poikilospermum hirsutum (also called Poikilospermum hirsutum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It is a member of the family Melastomataceae and is found in humid and wet forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Poikilospermum hirsutum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poikilospermum hirsutum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poikilospermum hirsutum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Poikilospermum hirsutum

Poikilospermum hirsutum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, usually in moist and shady places.

Poikilospermum hirsutum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poikilospermum hirsutum?

Poikilospermum hirsutum

What is the family of Poikilospermum hirsutum?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Poikilospermum hirsutum?

N/A

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

References

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Hubert J. P. Winkler (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.P.Winkl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:856032-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.